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Straffan » Ireland The K Club Host venue to the 2016 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open, won in spectacular style with an eagle on the final hole by hole favourite and event host Rory McIlroy. This long-standing member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts offers the very best of pampering, leisure and golf facilities and is only 30-minutes from Dublin. Built on 1832, on the banks of the RIver Liffey, the original house was modelled on a French chateau and still retains many of its original architectural features, art works and antiques. The luxury Kildare Hotel, opened in 1991, was Ireland’s first AA Five Red Star Property. To this day it continues to deliver the very highest levels of service and standards in terms of its food and beverage offerings, golf, leisure and spa treatments. The challenging Palmer Ryder Cup Course, designed by golf legend Arnold Plamer, provided a fitting setting for the 2006 Ryder Cup and is a must-play for any golfers visiting Ireland, and it complemented by the inland links-style Smurfit Course, also a Palmer design. Steeped in history, the 5 Star K Club hotel and resort combines old world elegance with indulgent luxury so its guests are treated to luxurious rooms and incredible dining experiences. Guests can also opt to unwind in an oasis of calm at the internationally acclaimed K Spa. Over the past 25 years the K Club has firmly established its resort as an ultimate country escape for discerning guests and their families. Special offers: Enjoy a luxurious stay of 2-nights or more and avail of up to 15% off your stay with complimentary breakfast. www.kclub.ie Top 100 Stay & Play 2019 35